Aker BP taps Armada for offshore modular AI data center to process drilling data at the edge
Oil company Aker BP is collaborating with edge AI infrastructure solutions provider Armada to deliver a modular data center for offshore drilling on the Norwegian Continental Shelf.
Galleon allows on-site processing and analysis of drilling data at the rigs, overcoming issues such as connectivity challenges and delays in decision-making.
Running AI models locally facilitates more accurate prediction and prevention of equipment failures, reducing downtime. It also reduces the risk of cyber-attacks by lowering dependence on external networks.
Aker BP will unify vendor applications based on a single edge platform, streamlining compliance and cost savings, while allowing operations to occur from remote locations.
Deployment starts with a single reference Galleon on 1 rig laying down an installable repeatable blueprint.
The project capitalizes on Armada’s history of providing modular AI infrastructure in remote environments, including a U.S. Navy deployment project from 2025.
The partnership will improve operational efficiency, resilience, and autonomy of offshore drilling operations.
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